Senior Manager, Primary Care & Quality Improvement

Brief Description

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is seeking a Senior Manager, Primary Care and Quality Improvement to support the execution and advancement of ADA’s Primary Care and Quality program portfolio. This role will contribute to the development, implementation, and dissemination of evidence-based practices aimed at improving care for individuals living with diabetes and/or obesity.

Responsibilities

• Build and sustain strong, trust-based relationships with health systems, clinics, academic institutions, and community-based organizations across the country.
• Support implementation and team activities through attending in-person meetings in the DMV area.
• Represent the ADA with credibility and professionalism across healthcare, nonprofit, and public settings.
• Collaborate with other ADA team members and divisions/departments, as requested.
• Support data collection, management, and integrity with contracted organizations.
• Maintain records and details of policies and procedures for program application and review to ensure programmatic continuity.
• Develop and deliver presentations and program reporting to funding organizations.
• Able to prioritize, multi-task, and work independently to manage multiple concurrent activities and complex grant portfolios.
• Strong attention to detail, and proven ability to effectively manage large amounts of data and communications in an organized, timely and accurate manner.
• Ability to gain and maintain strong understanding of programs and to effectively communicate and explain them to constituents in both verbal and written form.
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health-related field or communications, Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in health care.
• Experience working with diabetes technology (CGM, AIDs) strongly preferred.
• Strong time management skills.
• Experience managing multiple, concurrent projects in a matrix organization.
• Experience working with primary care practices in quality improvement projects and opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and work in a team-based environment.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation and interpersonal skills to help build and manage team productivity/cohesion.